Prof. Dr. Ioannis Manariotis | Engineering | Best Researcher Award
University of Patras / Department of Civil Engineering | Greece
Prof. Dr. Ioannis ManariotisĀ is aĀ Professor of Environmental EngineeringĀ at theĀ University of Patras, Greece. With expertise inĀ wastewater treatment, resource recovery, and microalgae biotechnology, he focuses on sustainable solutions for water pollution and energy production. His work bridgesĀ engineering, environmental science, and circular economyĀ principles.
Professional profileš¤
Strengths for the AwardsāØ
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Outstanding Research Output
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Extensive Publications: OverĀ 85 peer-reviewed journal articlesĀ (including high-impact journals likeĀ Water Research,Ā Chemical Engineering Journal,Ā Journal of Hazardous Materials).
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Interdisciplinary Impact: Research spansĀ wastewater treatment, microalgae biofuels, biochar applications, nanoparticle toxicity, and advanced oxidation processes.
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High Citations & Collaborations: Works with international experts and contributes to cutting-edge topics likeĀ biochar-based electrocatalysts for Zn-air batteriesĀ andĀ COā sequestration.
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Leadership in Research & Innovation
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Principal Investigator (PI) of multiple funded projectsĀ (e.g., EU/EEA Grants, national programs like “BLUE-GREENWAY” and “BioNFate”).
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Special Issue EditorĀ (Journal of Chemical Technology and Biotechnology) andĀ Associate EditorĀ forĀ Biotechnology for Biofuels and BioproductsĀ andĀ Frontiers in Water.
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Academic & Professional Recognition
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Full ProfessorĀ at the University of Patras with aĀ 30+ year careerĀ in research and teaching.
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Supervised 10+ Ph.D. students and 30+ Masterās theses, demonstrating mentorship excellence.
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Reviewer for 40+ prestigious journalsĀ (Water Research,Ā Science of the Total Environment) andĀ evaluator for international research proposalsĀ (e.g., Hellenic Foundation for Research).
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Technological & Environmental Impact
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Focus onĀ sustainable solutions:
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Biochar forĀ water purificationĀ andĀ energy storage.
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Microalgae-basedĀ wastewater treatmentĀ andĀ biofuel production.
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Novel sorbentsĀ for contaminant removal (e.g., Hg, phenanthrene).
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Work aligns withĀ UN Sustainable Development GoalsĀ (SDG 6: Clean Water, SDG 7: Affordable Energy).
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EducationĀ š
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Ph.D. in Civil EngineeringĀ (2000), University of Patras, Greece.
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Diploma in Civil EngineeringĀ (1990), University of Patras, Greece.
ExperienceĀ š¼
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ProfessorĀ (2023āPresent),Ā Associate ProfessorĀ (2019ā2023), University of Patras.
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Environmental EngineerĀ (2001ā2009), Region of Western Greece (water resources management).
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Research/Teaching RolesĀ (1991ā2019): Lecturer, Assistant Professor, and Research Associate at the University of Patras.
Research Interests On EngineeringĀ š¬
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Phototrophic wastewater treatmentĀ (microalgae, biofilms, biofuels).
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Resource recoveryĀ from wastewater (nutrients, energy).
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Nanoparticle toxicityĀ on microalgae.
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Advanced oxidation processesĀ andĀ COā sequestrationĀ via biochar.
Awards & FellowshipsĀ š
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Graduate Scholarship, Them. & Nik. Valsamakis Foundation (1991ā1992).
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Predoctoral Fellowship, University of Patras (1992ā1998).
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Technical Chamber of Greece AwardĀ (1989ā1990).
Publications š
1. Removal of caffeine, nicotine and amoxicillin from (waste) waters by various adsorbents. A review
Authors: I Anastopoulos, I Pashalidis, AG Orfanos, ID Manariotis, T Tatarchuk, …
Year: 2020
Citations: 273
2. Degradation of antibiotic sulfamethoxazole by biochar-activated persulfate
Authors: L Kemmou, Z Frontistis, J Vakros, ID Manariotis, D Mantzavinos
Year: 2018
Citations: 187
3. Selection of microalgae for wastewater treatment and potential lipids production
Authors: AF Aravantinou, MA Theodorakopoulos, ID Manariotis
Year: 2013
Citations: 178
4. Degradation of PAHs by high frequency ultrasound
Authors: ID Manariotis, HK Karapanagioti, CV Chrysikopoulos
Year: 2011
Citations: 122
5. Lowāstrength wastewater treatment using an anaerobic baffled reactor
Authors: ID Manariotis, SG Grigoropoulos
Year: 2002
Citations: 121
6. Effect of cultivation media on the toxicity of ZnO nanoparticles to freshwater and marine microalgae
Authors: AF Aravantinou, V Tsarpali, S Dailianis, ID Manariotis
Year: 2015
Citations: 111
7. Removal of mercury from aqueous solutions by malt spent rootlets
Authors: VA Anagnostopoulos, ID Manariotis, HK Karapanagioti, …
Year: 2012
Citations: 99
8. Organic and nitrogen removal in a two-stage rotating biological contactor treating municipal wastewater
Authors: DN Hiras, ID Manariotis, SG Grigoropoulos
Year: 2004
Citations: 93
9. Aqueous mercury sorption by biochar from malt spent rootlets
Authors: LG Boutsika, HK Karapanagioti, ID Manariotis
Year: 2014
Citations: 83
10. Preparation and characterization of biochar sorbents produced from malt spent rootlets
Authors: ID Manariotis, KN Fotopoulou, HK Karapanagioti
Year: 2015
Citations: 79
11. Activation of persulfate by biochars from valorized olive stones for the degradation of sulfamethoxazole
Authors: E Magioglou, Z Frontistis, J Vakros, ID Manariotis, D Mantzavinos
Year: 2019
Citations: 73
ConclusionĀ š
šĀ Impact: Prof. Manariotis bridgesĀ engineering innovationĀ andĀ environmental sustainability, advancing wastewater treatment, biochar applications, and microalgae research. His work supports global goals inĀ clean water, renewable energy, and circular economyĀ practices.